Strictly Come Dancing Stars Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez Forced to Cancel Live Show, Leaving Fans Disappointed

Unexpected Cancellation

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez left fans gutted after having to cancel their live show at the last minute. The duo, who have been touring, made the announcement just moments before they were set to take the stage.

Safety Concerns

Karen and Gorka took to social media to share the news with fans, expressing their sadness and disappointment over the situation. Technical difficulties leading to safety concerns were cited as the reason behind the sudden cancellation of their Speakeasy live show at Cheltenham’s Town Hall.

Heartfelt Message

In a joint statement, the pair mentioned, "We are so upset to have the curtain pulled down on tonight’s show. We have been in the venue all afternoon with technical difficulties which have posed real safety concerns and have tried everything we can to be able to go on stage tonight."

Disappointed Fans

Many fans expressed their disappointment on social media, with some revealing how the last-minute cancellation had affected their plans. Despite the setback, Karen and Gorka reassured fans that the safety of their company was their top priority.

Next Steps

Although the live show was canceled, Karen and Gorka's tour is back on track, with a scheduled performance at Ipswich’s Regent Theatre. The duo is looking forward to getting back on stage and entertaining their fans.

BAFTA Snub

In another blow to the Strictly Come Dancing community, the BBC show recently missed out on an expert BAFTA TV nomination for the first time since its debut in 2004. Despite this, the show is still in the running for the Memorable Moment Award, which is decided by public vote.